Cooperation of the Federal Customs Service of Russia with international organizations for the protection of cultural property

The article examines the role of international customs cooperation in the preservation of cultural heritage. The main problems related to the theft, embezzlement and illegal movement of cultural property are presented. The analysis of data related to the illegal movement of cultural property in the Russian Federation for 2018-2020 is carried out. The article outlines the goals and functions of international organizations to combat the smuggling of cultural property. The measures that could help improve the situation are proposed: reducing crimes related to illicit trafficking in cultural property, ensuring the availability of information and its rapid exchange between States and international organizations.